As the days get shorter and temperatures start dipping, it is easy to look at your yard and think it is now off-duty season. On the other hand, the steps you take now to winterize your yard have a significant impact on how well your outdoor space will thrive come spring. This involves more than tidying up things before the first frost, as you need to give your shrubs, trees, and garden a head start for the coming growth season. Keeping your yard healthy in the off-season pays dividends all year long.
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When summer arrives, our gardens and lawns become our pride and joy, vibrant spaces where we can relax, entertain, and enjoy the beauty of nature. But keeping these green spaces lush and healthy during the hot months can be challenging. That is where an irrigation system comes into play. An efficient irrigation system conserves water and saves time and effort. Here is a brief guide to help you install and maintain a home irrigation system.
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As the seasons change, it is fun to update your outdoor space. There is so much you can do with your landscaping to match the four seasons! Here are a few ideas to keep your style fresh and your curb appeal high all year.
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The rising concerns over climate change and a sustainable future have boosted the demand for eco-friendly properties. Living spaces with eco-friendly features do more than just reduce the carbon footprint. Such properties benefit the owners in several ways such as cost savings, health improvement, and a significant rise in property value. Healthy landscaping can speed up the sale of a property by as much as 6 weeks and add up to 14 percent to its resale value.
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Warmer weather means the trees are getting their leaves back, flowers are in bloom, and it is time to start mowing the grass again. As spring turns to summer, it is the perfect time to start tackling landscaping projects that will increase curb appeal and prepare your home for long, sunny days and warm, summer nights.
Whether you’re a DIY pro or just learning how to landscape your home, here are a few projects you can do this spring to spruce up your landscaping for summer.
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By: Luci Santos
You’re
not likely to find gold buried in your front yard, but with a little research
and planning, your landscaping can save you time and money. A low-maintenance
landscape will also add to your curb appeal and boost your property value.
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In the recent years, multiple
studies
have shown that landscaped homes sell at a higher price than similar homes with
poor landscaping. Today this is more accurate than ever, with home sales figures
rising 13%, depending on the extent of the renovations to the yard.
Homeowners are developing
their backyards and front yards, and the house clean-up boom is driving that
engine. However, deciding what to do on your property can be a difficult decision.
Let’s learn more about what improvements are beneficial to increase your home value.
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With fall around the corner, you are happily saying goodbye to the bugs of summer, but don’t be fooled: there are still plenty of creepers sticking around for fall.
One of your top priorities at the beginning of the new season should be insect and rodent control. As the temperatures change, pests will be looking to migrate to warmer temperatures. The last thing you want is for these tiny creatures to find their way into the confines of your home. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent these unwanted guests without emptying your bank account. Here are a few tips for keeping falls pests out of your home. Continue reading →
Your home’s landscape and exterior space is the first thing that potential buyers notice. As they pull up to view your home, it is important that you are giving them a great first impression. These are a few great landscaping renovations that you can make to improve the chances of selling your home. Continue reading →
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